02/08/2012
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...
"Today, we elevated our relationship to the ASEAN-U.S. Strategic Partnership to strengthen the role our relationship plays in realizing this common vision of a peaceful, prosperous Asia-Pacific region ..."
"The United States and ASEAN will continue cooperating through a wide range of activities towards a low-carbon economic growth trajectory."
"The United States also exported over $11 billion in agricultural products to ASEAN countries last year."
"ASEAN is a significant trade and investment partner for the United States."